Björn Meyer is running as the SPD candidate for district office in Ammerland!

Björn Meyer is running as the SPD candidate for district office in Ammerland!

Ammerland on the move: Björn Meyer, the well-known SPD politician and member of the state parliament for constituency 72 since 2022, is taking the next step in his political career. On January 2, 2026, he officially announced that he would run for district administrator for Ammerland. His candidacy was celebrated together with Uwe Kroon, chairman of the SPD district association Ammerland, and the district executive gave him unanimous support. Meyer plans to succeed Karin Harms, who will not run again. NWZonline reports that…

Björn Meyer, born in Ahlen in 1981, grew up in Ammerland and became involved in politics at an early age. He joined the SPD in 2000 and has since proven himself in various roles, including his role as deputy district administrator and parliamentary group leader in the Apen municipal council. His in-depth training as a qualified financial economist and his experience as an auditor in the Lower Saxony financial administration complement his profile as a competent applicant. Wikipedia states that...

Important topics and challenges

Meyer has a clear agenda for his election: He particularly wants to promote economic development in the area of ​​renewable energies. The digitalization of the district administration and the creation of affordable housing are also essential points for him. The Ammerland Housing Association could play a crucial role here. In addition, Meyer would like to promote mobility, tourism, climate protection and strengthening volunteer work. However, he is currently also focusing on financial issues, because the budget deficit of around 24 million euros for 2026 requires special measures to ensure the district's financial stability. NWZonline provides information about...

Another critical point in Meyer's campaign is health care. He is committed to comprehensive medical care in the district, wants to reduce bureaucracy and promote care. Socially just climate protection measures and fair financing for municipalities are also on his agenda. These claims show that Meyer is not afraid to present tackling solutions to pressing problems in Ammerland.

face of the opposition

His best-known opponent is Hendrik Lehners from the CDU, who receives support from the FDP, UWG and other voter communities. The upcoming local elections offer exciting competition, especially given that new elections for local representatives take place every five years in Lower Saxony. The last election was allowed to take place on September 12, 2021, and the electoral term of the current MPs ends on October 31, 2026. Lower Saxony's state returning officer reports that...

For five years, the chosen landscape will determine the course for the challenges ahead. Björn Meyer has clearly positioned himself, and Ammerland can look forward to seeing whether he can win over voters with his energy and commitment. The decision is already troubling citizens, and the upcoming elections promise to be exciting.